An Institutional Network That Spans Burundi And Beyond
BCB is owned by leading Burundian and international institutions and belongs to the pan-African Bank Of Africa group.
As a Société Mixte with more than a century of presence in Burundi, BCB is backed by strong shareholders — from the State of Burundi, SOCABU and BIO to the BOA Group — and draws strategic and operational support from the BMCE / Bank Of Africa group, with correspondent banks connecting our customers to markets across Europe, Asia and North America.
Our Institutional Network
The Institutions Behind BCB
Owned by leading Burundian and international shareholders and a member of the Bank Of Africa group, BCB is backed by a network of institutions that stands behind every service we offer.
Principal Shareholders
The institutions holding the majority of BCB's capital.
- BOA Group (Luxembourg) — 24%
- SOCABU — 22%
- BIO — 20%
- État du Burundi — 11%
Founding & Institutional Shareholders
Long-standing Burundian and international partners in our shareholding.
- FAJAC S.A. (Belgium) — 10%
- OTB — 9%
- COGERCO — 2%
- BCB Complementary Pension Fund — 1%
Group Affiliation
BCB's place within a fast-growing pan-African banking group.
- Bank Of Africa Network
- BMCE Bank Of Africa (Morocco)
Correspondent Banks
International banks that clear our cross-border and trade flows.
- Citi Bank
- NATIXIS Bank
- BOA France
- BOA Kenya
Why It Matters
Why These Partnerships Matter
From our shareholders to our group and correspondent banks, every relationship strengthens the foundations beneath your money and extends our reach far beyond Burundi.
Group Strength & Backing
Strategic and operational support from the BMCE Bank Group, one of Africa's fastest-growing banking groups.
Solid Shareholding
Anchored by trusted local and international shareholders — the BOA Group, SOCABU, BIO and the State of Burundi.
A High-Performing Group
Membership of the Bank Of Africa network connects us to a fast-growing, high-performing pan-African group.
International Reach
Direct access to markets across Europe, Asia and North America through our group and correspondent banks.
What It Means For You
How Our Network Benefits You
International Transfers & Trade
Move money and trade beyond Burundi through our correspondent banks — Citi Bank, NATIXIS, BOA France and BOA Kenya.
Access to Global Markets
Our group ties open doors to markets across Europe, Asia and North America.
The Strength of a Pan-African Group
Backed by the resources and expertise of the BMCE / Bank Of Africa group.
Banking Built on Solid Foundations
Strong institutional shareholders keep your bank stable and dependable for the long term.
The Trust Payoff
Why You Can Trust BCB
Over a Century in Burundi
More than 100 years of presence, serving the country since 1922.
Strong Institutional Shareholders
A Société Mixte backed by the State of Burundi, SOCABU, BIO and the BOA Group, with over BIF 30 billion in share capital.
A Nationwide Network
26 branches, 9 counters and 46 ATMs serving individuals and businesses.
Part of a Pan-African Group
A member of the BMCE / Bank Of Africa network across Europe, Asia and North America.
Building Burundi Together
Partner with a bank that's woven into the fabric of Burundi's financial ecosystem. Let's talk about what we can build together.